About Confirmation
Come, Holy spirit, come
No one can confess "Jesus is Lord," without being guided
by the Holy Spirit. - 1 Corinthians 12:3b gnt
Class
Studying your faith is a key to any Sacrament. What do we believe? Why do we believe it? What do we do with our faith and why? What is all of this about? Here is where you can have these and many more questions answered and usually you will find your true self as you seek.
Community
Being part of a community is one of God's greatest blessings for those who believe. People teach us. Groups include us. Teams build us. All for the good of our character and souls. When you open your heart to the family of faith, you will meet God in ways you never thought you could.
Action
Putting your faith into action is the universal call to go and make disciples. Having encountered Christ through study and worship should motivate you to act and serve others. To share your gifts, to help those in need, to mentor the young... these are the work of a true disciple of Christ.
John 15:8
“By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be my disciples.”
The Coming of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation
The coming of the Holy Spirit during Confirmation is exactly that; a confirmation that you choose to follow the ways of Christ. This is why it is extremely important that you, with a sincere heart, seek to know what the Body of Christ has for you and your life. A life spent following the scriptures, traditions, and direction of the Holy Spirit, is truly why Jesus chose to die for our sins. Why wouldn't we choose to follow a Savior and the good that he has brought into the world?
How do we join in Confirmation?
Any baptized member of the church, in good standing, is able to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation.
In good standing means that you attend Mass regularly & join in the faith community.
The program in our AFC is developed for Juniors with an expectation that you have been in Formation before.
We consider our class for 10th Grade to be Pre-Confirmation preparation in the Catechism.
Contact our Faith Formation staff at 507-430-9955 to join.
If you are over 18, we have the OCIA program for your preparation. Contact Matt Buckley at 507-430-2893.